Job Description

Would you thrive in a fast-paced, solutions-oriented environment that tackles complex public policy issues?

The Ministry of Finance is looking for highly engaged individuals who would like to mobilize their research and analytical skills to provide expert quantitative advice on tax policy and help shape the evolution of Ontario's tax system.

The Personal Tax Policy and Design Branch provides advice and assistance to the Minister of Finance and to the Government of Ontario in formulating tax and benefits policy. The branch undertakes robust quantitative analysis using advanced modelling tools. It also ensures that tax legislation and regulations effectively express the province's tax and benefit policies.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

As a member of the team, you will:

• Develop and conduct research projects to support the policy development process
• Design, develop, and use data and quantitative computer models to assess the impacts of tax policy options
• Provide quantitative analysis to inform the development of policy options and prepare reports on findings
• Brief your Manager, Director and Assistant Deputy Minister on specific policy issues, and provide technical support at various meetings

How do I qualify?

Research, Analytical and Quantitative Skills:

• You have demonstrated knowledge of research methodologies and quantitative analysis
• You are able to gather, evaluate, and analyze relevant data to support policy analysis and development
• You have experience analyzing and interpreting data, conducting research projects, drawing conclusions, developing options and making recommendations

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• You are able to prepare clear and concise reports and analysis for senior management, and communicate effectively in a professional setting
• You can prepare succinct briefing documents and present complex ideas to senior management and colleagues in a simple and objective manner
• You can develop and foster strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders and work on various projects and teams with a focus on solving complex problems

Economic and Technical Knowledge:

• You have knowledge of economic theory and principles related to tax policy and the policy development process
• You are proficient in a range of quantitative modelling software and tools, such as spreadsheets, databases, and programming languages

Additional Information:

Address:

• 1 Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 7 Queens Park Cr, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group:
Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario


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Category:
Finance and Economics


Posted on:
Monday, August 22, 2022

Note:

• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• C-FN-185427/22